Server

Part-Time Server Position at Stanford's Restaurant and Bar

Join our enthusiastic team of professionals! At Ascend Hospitality Group we are passionate about bringing people together for outstanding culinary experiences. Our teams are THE reason we can deliver these unique and outstanding experiences every day. It is our goal to foster this environment where our team, our guests and our community feel valued.

Stanford's Restaurant and Bar is on the lookout for a dynamic and driven part-time server to join our team at our location in Northgate, Seattle, WA. We're searching for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about providing exceptional hospitality. If you're ready to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering unforgettable dining experiences, we want to hear from you!

What we offer to part-time employees:

• Professional, friendly, and supportive work environment where you are celebrated and valued as an integral part of our team and our success
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts

Pay rate: $21.30 plus tips

Responsibilities:

• Arrive at work on time and in proper uniform, prepared to execute exceptional shifts.
• Exemplify AHG's Mission and Core Values in every interaction, every shift.
• Perform the daily functions for serving position as required, serving and suggestively merchandising beverages, appetizers, entrees and desserts in an outgoing, friendly, and timely manner, restaurant set up, validating 100 percent recipe adherence, ensuring food quality standards per Health department requirements, restaurant closing, and daily cleaning duties as assigned.
• Performs additional daily duties including, but not limited to, answering the phone, bussing tables, cleaning workstations, rolling silverware, expediting orders, and running food.
• Responsible for accurate cash handling.
• Follows steps of service as listed in Server Training Manual.
• Performs proper procedures for responsible alcohol service, knows legal drinking age and the proper procedures for requesting identification. Monitors Guests who are drinking alcohol, keeps the MOD informed of anyone who may be intoxicated or reaching the point of intoxication.
• Maintain energy and enthusiasm throughout shift.
• Complete assigned opening, ongoing, and closing side work.
• Works with a sense of urgency. Monitors ticket times and works with Team Members to ensure food preparation activities are executed in a timely fashion.
• Possess an extensive knowledge of all food and beverage selections.
• Know and utilize table numbers and seat positions.
• Complete assigned opening, ongoing, and closing side work.
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and secure environment at all times.
• Notify Manager of all guest complaints.

Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English with guests as well as all levels of employees in both verbal and written form in a professional manner.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to provide direction in a fast-paced environment; manage time effectively and work well in a team environment.
• Must possess excellent customer relations, sales, & communication skills.
• Must always possess during employment a valid Washington State Department of Health card and any other government required cards.
• A desire to learn, grow, and a passion for progress in this career.
• Possess the ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Know and utilize table numbers and seat positions.

Physical demands and work environment:

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk, and use hands to perform essential job functions. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

It is the policy of Ascend Hospitality Group not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.